Differentiating high involved product by trivial attributes for product line extension strategy
Purpose – This purpose of this study is to examine the impacts of trivial attribute and product involvement on product evaluation in different product‐line extensions. Design/methodology/approach – In this study, a 2×2×2 between‐subjects experiment was conducted. Findings – It was found that the product with trivial attributes has a higher evaluation than those without trivial attributes in the upward extension situation. The highly involved product with trivial attributes is more positively evaluated than those without trivial attributes. Research limitations/implications – During the experimental process, the subjects read only the product information described in words and photographs. Practical implications – Firms can differentiate their products by trivial attributes to create implied benefits. However, a trivial attribute does not always function well for all products, and positive evaluation is associated with trivial attributes coupled with price. Originality/value – The paper examines the interaction effect among trivial attributes, product involvement and product‐line extension strategy.
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2010
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Authors: | Sun, Pi‐Chuan |
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European Journal of Marketing. - Emerald Group Publishing Limited, ISSN 1758-7123, ZDB-ID 2002936-6. - Vol. 44.2010, 11/12, p. 1557-1575
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Publisher: |
Emerald Group Publishing Limited |
Subject: | Product range | Product variants | Product differentiation | Marketing strategy |
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